1915 Cracker Jack
 

Posted By: <b>CC</b><p>I know there are reprints out there of the 1915 Cracker Jacks. Anyone know how to tell (by looking) that one is a reprint rather than an original? I found one in a box and I think it is a reprint but I am not sure. <br /><br />Thanks!

1915 Cracker Jack
 

Posted By: <b>Scott</b><p>If you found it in a suitcase or old cigar box, use a hole-punch to get a sample of the red background. Let it soak in a bowl of apple vinegar - if it turns yellow it's real.<br /><br />An alternative would be to give your full name and post a clear scan of both sides, but for some odd reason that never occurs when new posters are seeking information about reprints.

1915 Cracker Jack
 

Posted By: <b>CC</b><p>Yeah I'll do that as soon as I can figure out how to work my scanner! I'm pretty sure it is a reprint but I'd love some confirmation from all of you.<br /><br />Thanks!

1915 Cracker Jack
 

Posted By: <b>Courtney</b><p>I'm pretty sure it <i>is</i> a reprint..but I'm just looking for some confirmation. Thanks!!<br /><br /><img src="http://www.network54.com/Realm/tmp/1102272978.JPG">

1915 Cracker Jack
 

Posted By: <b>Marc S.</b><p>The fact that the back is right-side up instead of upside down is Clue #1 that this is a reprint.

1915 Cracker Jack
 

Posted By: <b>Courtney</b><p>Ok, thanks a bunch!

1915 Cracker Jack
 

Posted By: <b>Scott</b><p>the borders should blend in with the "whites" in the picture - they don't in this case, i.e - there is "wall" of grey in his uniform running up against the white border.<br /><br /><br /><br />

1915 Cracker Jack
 

Posted By: <b>Courtney</b><p>Thanks for the response. I'm glad to know what I have. You guys rock.